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Edward Vivanco
Welcome to 512 Twin Pines Drive! This traditional red brick two story Cervelle home framed by a pair of sprawling oak trees stands proudly on an oversized 1/3 acre corner lot in the sought-after Forest of Friendswood community.
A covered front porch and solid mahogany door with leaded glass detailing & a full panel glass storm door leads into this grand foyer with a soaring two story ceiling with sunlit transom window, neutral paint, and handsome hardwood floors. 
Upon entering, to the right of the foyer, this inviting dining room offers plenty of space for a large gathering, complimented by a brass candelabra chandelier, crown molding, neutral paint, and a bay window dressed with 2-inch blinds and front yard views.
Directly across the foyer from the dining room, solid core double doors ensure privacy for this handsome study featuring a stately built-in credenza with cabinetry and bookshelves, a lighted ceiling fan, and an expansive front facing window.
The dining room offers convenient direct access to this lengthy island kitchen with solid wood cabinetry, recessed lighting, a roomy pantry, abundant natural light, and a spacious footprint if the buyer desires to recreate this space to suit their tastes and needs!
The cook of the family will certainly appreciate the soft water system that was installed in 2015, as well as the recently replaced stainless double ovens & dishwasher, smooth glass cooktop, and built-in microwave with venthood exhaust.
Tucked between the kitchen and family room, this sunlit breakfast room is the perfect spot for enjoying a casual meal or your morning coffee, surrounded by wood floors, recessed lighting, a driveway facing window, and back door to your private paradise!
In the heart of this home, you'll find a corner set gas log fireplace with tile surround and milled wood mantle, recessed lighting, dual ceiling fans, and a wall of windows showcasing 2-inch blinds and glimpses of the incredible backyard pool and spa.
Costly major improvements that have already been made to this home include energy efficient double pane low e windows, a recent roof, fence, HVAC, hot water heater, and foundation leveling - leaving the designer updates up to the new buyer's taste!
Escape to the first floor master retreat that features a soaring vaulted & beamed ceiling with a lighted ceiling fan, plenty of space to add a secluded seating area, and a palladium arched window above French doors that are just steps from the backyard hot tub!
In the master bathroom, find separate his & hers cultured marble top vanities with dual basin sinks, polished chrome faucets, beveled frame mirrors, Hollywood lighting, a seated vanity, and an extra large walk-in closet to accommodate your wardrobe.
Relaxation awaits beneath the deep waters of this jetted bathtub with a classic white tile surround and a semi-opaque privacy window. For a quick rinse, hop into the glass enclosed shower with tile surround and handheld showerhead sprayer.
Ascend the staircase from the foyer to this generously proportioned 27'x18' game room, boasting dual lighted ceiling fans, built-in wired speakers, neutral paint, and a trio of double paned windows with 2-inch blinds and backyard pool views.
The first of three spacious secondary bedrooms on the second floor features a white lighted ceiling fan, a sage green paint selection, dual closets, plush carpeting, and a front facing window shaded by 2 inch blinds.
This impressively sized secondary bedroom is located near the top of the staircase and offers a brass and white lighted ceiling fan, dual closets, a window with 2-inch blinds and front yard views, and access to a Jack & Jill style bathroom.
The bathroom is accessible from the previous bedroom as well as from the hallway landing. It showcases wood cabinetry with a cultured marble countertop and basin sink, polished chrome hardware, Hollywood lighting, tile floors, and a combination bathtub and shower with classic white tile surround.
The fourth and final bedroom in the home is secluded away from the others and is painted with a cheerful teal and green paint. It boasts a lighted ceiling fan, a sunlit window, a roomy walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bathroom.
This private en-suite bathroom features wood cabinetry, a cultured marble vanity with basin sink, polished chrome faucet, tile floors, and a combination bathtub and shower with a timeless white tile surround.
Step out the French doors from the master suite or from the breakfast room to this private backyard paradise with a recently refinished chlorine pool and spa with tanning shelf, new tile work, cool decking, and regularly maintained equipment.
The 1/3 acre corner lot is a big selling point, and you won't find a better maintained home in the area! Just a few of the updates include a new fence with an extra wide metal reinforced gate, in ground sprinkler system, and security lighting with motion sensors.
An now, for the crown jewel! The highly sought after Cervelle Homes barn-style 4 car tandem garage with a 2 car port cochere allows room for multiple drivers to park, as well as to store equipment, toys, storage, and more!
A split staircase from the 52' x14' 4 car tandem garage leads up to 900 square feet of unfinished space with endless possibilities! Create a guest suite, man cave, office, home gym, storage space - whatever suits you, the space is ready!Spacious 4 bedroom home on an expansive corner lot in the Forest of Friendswood boasts a recently refinished pool & spa and an impressive 4 car garage with 2-car port cochere & 900sf above the garage that is ready to finish out! Inside the home, you'll find ample natural lighting throughout this popular Cervelle floorplan that includes a handsome study with stately wood-built ins, a generously sized dining room, a large gourmet island kitchen with double ovens, sunlit family room with gas fireplace, and an oversized game room overlooking the backyard sanctuary. The sizable first-floor master retreat boasts vaulted ceilings & French doors that are just steps from the backyard spa. Major updates that have already been addressed include a recent roof(2016), low E double pane windows(2017), furnace(2017), A/C(2020), pool resurfaced & tiled(2019), a hot water heater(2019), & a new privacy fence(2020). All of this is less than 5 minutes to I-45 & zoned to highly acclaimed Friendswood ISD!
| District: | Friendswood |
| Elementary School: | Westwood Elementary School   Excellent | |
| Middle School: | Friendswood Junior High School Excellent | |
| High School: | Friendswood High School Excellent |  |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $160.03 | $575,000 | 27.78% | $495,000 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $125.24 | $450,000 | -13.49% | $450,000 | -13.49% |
| 2021 | $144.78 | $520,200 | 13.07% | $520,200 | 13.07% |
| 2020 | $128.04 | $460,050 | 0.80% | $460,050 | 2.01% |
| 2019 | $127.02 | $456,380 | 11.31% | $451,000 | 10.00% |
| 2018 | $114.11 | $410,000 | 0.00% | $410,000 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $114.11 | $410,000 | 0.66% | $410,000 | 7.32% |
| 2016 | $113.36 | $407,300 | 1.19% | $382,050 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $112.02 | $402,500 | 19.62% | $347,318 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $93.65 | $336,490 | 17.23% | $315,744 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $79.89 | $287,040 | -12.42% | $287,040 | -12.42% |
| 2012 | $91.22 | $327,750 | $327,750 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $56,450 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $518,550 |
| Total Market Value: | $575,000 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| FRIENDSWOOD CITY: | 0.5007 % |
| FRIENDSWOOD ISD: | 1.0800 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| GALV CNTY CONSOLIDATED DRAINAG: | 0.1186 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0413 % |
